TCDRS a Strong Leader Among Public Retirement Systems

The Texas County and District Retirement System (TCDRS) is one of the best funded retirement plans in the nation. A savings-based plan that receives no state funding, TCDRS is a strong, multi-billon dollar trust with more than 700 participating employers. It provides secure retirement benefits for more than 270,000 county officials and employees.

Benefits are responsibly funded. Employers must pay 100 percent of their required contributions every year. This ensures that the necessary funds will be there when needed. It uses a broadly diversified portfolio designed to achieve an 8 percent long-term return goal with an acceptable level of risk.

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